Lahore: Pakistan Football Federation (PFF) President Syed Mohsen Gilani held a high-level meeting with Chargé d’Affaires of the U.S. Embassy in Pakistan, Ms. Natalie A. Baker, in a significant engagement aimed at strengthening cooperation through football and promoting Pakistan’s positive image on the global stage. During the meeting held at the Freedom 260 Liberty Bell […]
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Pakistan under-19 team claims Asia Cup with 191-run win
DUBAI: Pakistan Under-19 cricket team celebrated a historic 191-run victory over India to claim the Asia Cup title, a triumph that owes as much to quiet development work as on-field heroics. While Sarfraz Ahmed stood at the forefront during the celebrations, it was former captain Azhar Ali who quietly laid the foundation for this success. […]
Punjab gets lowest NFC share, says Maryam Nawaz
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz said Punjab receives the smallest share under the NFC award despite its population. She said every province gets significant NFC funds, but Punjab’s share is the lowest. She made the remarks while addressing a laptop distribution ceremony in Lodhran. Maryam Nawaz said Punjab’s available funds are being spent directly on […]
CM Maryam Nawaz rolls out meal program for special students
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz inaugurated a meal program for special students on Wednesday. She said small acts of care can transform lives. The program aims to provide daily meals and support to students who need extra attention. Addressing the audience, Maryam Nawaz criticized people who focus on trivial matters. She said, “Countless young people […]
Pakistan seeks 20,000 PhD scholarships to boost knowledge economy
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has sought 20,000 PhD scholarships from China and the United States — 10,000 from each country — in a bid to strengthen its human resource base and accelerate knowledge-driven growth, Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal said on Friday. Speaking at a news conference during the launch of the Development Update October 2025, the minister […]
Pakistan trains agriculture graduates in China to modernize farming
ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for National Food Security and Research Rana Tanveer Hussain has said the government is committed to revolutionizing Pakistan’s agriculture sector by equipping youth with modern knowledge and practical skills. Speaking at a send-off ceremony at the National Agricultural Research Centre (NARC), the minister highlighted that 224 Pakistani agriculture graduates will travel to […]
Shehbaz Sharif urges education inspired by Iqbal’s vision
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday highlighted the importance of Allama Muhammad Iqbal’s teachings, calling for an education system that not only prepares youth for livelihoods but also nurtures intellect and character. In his message on Iqbal Day, observed annually on November 9, the prime minister paid tribute to the Poet of the […]
Pakistan, Saudi Arabia Sign MoUs to Boost Cooperation
KARACHI: Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have signed two memorandums of understanding (MoUs) to strengthen cooperation in information technology and sports, marking a new phase in their growing partnership focused on youth development and innovation. The signing ceremony took place at Governor House Karachi in the presence of Prince Mansour bin Mohammad bin Saad Al Saud […]